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Our top choices for Departure Bay Beach hotels

Cottage | Living area

1. Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo, 2.7 km from Departure Bay Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (956 reviews)
"The facility has a great location."
United States
Baoshu
The price is NZ$215
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
Buccaneer Inn
View from property

2. Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B

Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
2.5 star property
2.2 km from Departure Bay Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (332 reviews)
"Beautiful view, lovely room and friendly host."
Canada
Anette
The price is NZ$268
includes taxes & fees
21 July - 22 July
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
BBQ/picnic Area

3. The Spot

The Spot
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 3.2 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (794 reviews)
"Clean and convenient to ferry terminal."
Canada
Petra
The price is NZ$239
includes taxes & fees
22 July - 23 July
The Spot
Reception

4. Departure Bay Motel

Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 1.9 km from Departure Bay Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (687 reviews)
"Fantastic staff, great little motel."
Canada
Amy
The price is NZ$202
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
Departure Bay Motel
Exterior

5. Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 5 km from Departure Bay Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,672 reviews)
"All together surprisingly nice place to stay"
Canada
Alan
The price is NZ$282
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
Coast Bastion Hotel
Lobby

6. Best Western Northgate Inn

Best Western Northgate Inn
2.5 star property
6.1 km from Departure Bay Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Nice clean room, good breakfast."
Canada
George
The price is NZ$333
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Best Western Northgate Inn
Exterior

7. Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
3.0 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 5.2 km from Departure Bay Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,310 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, great location. Will definitely stay again🙂"
Canada
Sheila
The price is NZ$248
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
Indoor spa tub

8. Inn On Long Lake

Inn On Long Lake
2.0 star property
4.2 km from Departure Bay Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,069 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Canada
Kevin
The price is NZ$342
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Inn On Long Lake
Front of property

9. Quality Inn

Quality Inn
2.5 star property
5.3 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Great stay - simple, clean, new."
Canada
Chelsea Lee
The price is NZ$260
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
Quality Inn
Exterior

10. The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
3.0 star property
4.1 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Good location and easy parking"
Canada
Heather
The price is NZ$304
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
Sauna

11. Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 4.1 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,353 reviews)
"Was a pretty fun stay definitely would recommend"
Canada
angus
The price is NZ$205
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
Front of property

12. Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel
2.5 star property
6 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great Location!"
Canada
Retha
The price is NZ$212
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
Harbour Light Motel
Exterior

13. Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
7 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,534 reviews)
"Good place and clean!"
United States
Glendy
The price is NZ$269
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
Water view

14. Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
1.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 5 km from Departure Bay Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (282 reviews)
"The hostel is very cute and clean, with colorful paintings and murals, and the staff very helpful and friendly. Strongly recommend!"
Canada
Marilyne
The price is NZ$177
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July
Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
Exterior

15. The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 3.6 km from Departure Bay Beach
7.0 out of 10, Good, (914 reviews)
"Staff is excellent cheap and cheerful rooms!"
Canada
Cindy
The price is NZ$180
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
View from property

16. Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Best Western Dorchester Hotel
2.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 4.9 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"We had a very good experience with this hotel, everything from the price, to how helpful the front desk staff was above par. I will definitely stay here again."
Canada
Camille
The price is NZ$253
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
Best Western Dorchester Hotel
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Compare popular hotels close to Departure Bay Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Cottage | Living area
Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
956 reviews
View
View from property
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
332 reviews
View
BBQ/picnic Area
The Spot
2.0 star property
8.4
Very good
794 reviews
View
Reception
Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
687 reviews
View
Exterior
Coast Bastion Hotel
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,672 reviews
View

Top Departure Bay Beach Hotel Reviews

The Spot

The Spot

10/10 Excellent
"Surprising hidden gem. Super comfortable beds and unexpectedly quiet."
Francis 1-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
The Spot

Hotels near other Departure Bay Beach attractions

Beach Estates Park

Beach Estates Park is just one of the places to see in Nanaimo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Departure Bay Beach?
Departure Bay Beach is located in Nanaimo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 10 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay close to Departure Bay Beach?
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Departure Bay Beach. Other good options within a few miles include Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo and Coast Bastion Hotel.
How many hotels can I expect to find close to Departure Bay Beach?
Expedia has 10 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Departure Bay Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Departure Bay Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available near Departure Bay Beach.
What can I see and do near Departure Bay Beach?
You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Beach Estates Park and Petroglyph Park. Create some family memories at Nanaimo Aquatic Centre and The OV Arts Centre. At Pipers Lagoon Park, Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park and Long Lake, you can surround yourself with nature.

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